app02 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:48:48 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) https://thepodcastiscalling.fireside.fm/tags/cosby%20campground Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Welcome to Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling, the official podcast of Visit Gatlinburg - your inside look at America's Mountain Home. Hosted by Caroline Bean, a tourism communications expert shaping Gatlinburg’s national story, and Brent Thompson, a seasoned entertainer and storyteller with deep roots in East Tennessee, this show goes beyond the brochures to uncover the real Gatlinburg. Each episode dives into the people, places, and experiences that make this town unforgettable - from tucked-away trails and can’t-miss eats to local legends, artisans, and the stories behind the skyline. Whether you’re planning your next trip or just dreaming of the mountains, this is your insider pass to Gatlinburg - told by the people who know it best. en-us episodic The Stories, Secrets & Soul of Gatlinburg Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Welcome to Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling, the official podcast of Visit Gatlinburg - your inside look at America's Mountain Home. Hosted by Caroline Bean, a tourism communications expert shaping Gatlinburg’s national story, and Brent Thompson, a seasoned entertainer and storyteller with deep roots in East Tennessee, this show goes beyond the brochures to uncover the real Gatlinburg. Each episode dives into the people, places, and experiences that make this town unforgettable - from tucked-away trails and can’t-miss eats to local legends, artisans, and the stories behind the skyline. Whether you’re planning your next trip or just dreaming of the mountains, this is your insider pass to Gatlinburg - told by the people who know it best. no Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountains travel, Tennessee travel, Travel podcast, Vacation ideas, Weekend getaways, Outdoor adventure, Hiking Smokies, Hidden gems, Local travel guide, Food and travel, Southern travel, Mountain towns, U.S. travel destinations, Things to do in Gatlinburg Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau podcast@gatlinburg.com https://thepodcastiscalling.fireside.fm/5 ffc5814b-4b55-4850-a075-3dc1411ba051 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau full Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Discover hidden gems and the unique history of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Chief of Staff Katie Liming. 43:43 no <p>Have you ever wondered who maintains the 800 miles of trails in America’s most visited national park, or how a mountaintop lodge gets its supplies without any roads? In this episode of <em>Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling</em>, we sit down with Katie Liming, Chief of Staff for Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to pull back the curtain on the backyard of Gatlinburg. You'll discover the scientific secret behind the park's famous blue mist, how a dedicated team preserves over 100 historic log cabins, and the incredible role that a herd of llamas plays in keeping Mount LeConte thriving. Whether you are a first-time visitor looking to escape the crowds in hidden valleys like Cosby or a seasoned hiker looking for a new perspective along the Foothills Parkway, this insider guide will change how you experience the Smokies. </p> Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountains travel, Tennessee travel, Travel podcast, Vacation ideas, Weekend getaways, Outdoor adventure, Hiking Smokies, Hidden gems, Local travel guide, Food and travel, Southern travel, Mountain towns, U.S. travel destinations, Things to do in Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg, SkyPark, Anakeesta, Kuwohi, Clingmans Dome, Smoky Mountain Views, Firefly Village, Astra Lumina, Gatlinburg Itinerary, Tennessee Travel, Scenic Overlooks, Mountain Vacation, Family Travel Podcast, Visit Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg tourism, Mount LeConte llama train, LeConte Lodge, historic cabins Smokies, Cosby campground, Look Rock Tower, Foothills Parkway, Smoky Mountain wildlife, national park hiking tips Have you ever wondered who maintains the 800 miles of trails in America’s most visited national park, or how a mountaintop lodge gets its supplies without any roads? In this episode of Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling, we sit down with Katie Liming, Chief of Staff for Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to pull back the curtain on the backyard of Gatlinburg. You'll discover the scientific secret behind the park's famous blue mist, how a dedicated team preserves over 100 historic log cabins, and the incredible role that a herd of llamas plays in keeping Mount LeConte thriving. Whether you are a first-time visitor looking to escape the crowds in hidden valleys like Cosby or a seasoned hiker looking for a new perspective along the Foothills Parkway, this insider guide will change how you experience the Smokies.

]]> Have you ever wondered who maintains the 800 miles of trails in America’s most visited national park, or how a mountaintop lodge gets its supplies without any roads? In this episode of Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling, we sit down with Katie Liming, Chief of Staff for Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to pull back the curtain on the backyard of Gatlinburg. You'll discover the scientific secret behind the park's famous blue mist, how a dedicated team preserves over 100 historic log cabins, and the incredible role that a herd of llamas plays in keeping Mount LeConte thriving. Whether you are a first-time visitor looking to escape the crowds in hidden valleys like Cosby or a seasoned hiker looking for a new perspective along the Foothills Parkway, this insider guide will change how you experience the Smokies.

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